poe 3.25 Path of Exile: RF King Pox Discusses RF Changes

RF King Pox, a RF streamer, rates the new game league 25 out of 10 for its non-invasive gameplay and resource-building mechanics.

### Discussion on RF King Pox's Impressions and Concerns with the New League
RF King Pox shares his positive first impression of the new league, highlighting its non-invasiveness and compatibility with his playstyle. He expresses realistic concerns about the impact of previous nerfs on RF's endgame and the skill's lack of multi-hit defense, emphasizing the importance of survivability for RF builds. The conversation delves into the significance of block defense in compensating for RF's lower damage output and the challenges of being a tanky, yet vulnerable, RF character.

### Discussing Changes in POE Build Strategies
Players are frustrated with the lack of a good recovery mechanic in the game, especially for newer players. The recent nerfs to certain skills and items have significantly impacted build strategies, making it difficult to scale and achieve high damage output. As a result, there is a shift in focus towards optimizing POE builds for a lower ceiling of performance.

### Suggestions for Improving "The Shield" Build in Path of Exile
The Shield's block and spell block can work effectively with a slightly lower value than 25. The build requires a buff to base scaling to improve gem scaling and overall performance. The RF archetype, along with other builds like cold DoT, needs significant improvements in the game to make them more viable.

### Frustration with Game Balance and Build Restructuring
The speaker expresses frustration with the imbalance between different in-game skills and the lack of payoff for investing in their preferred build. They discuss the constant need to rework their build every league and the desire for a more rewarding gaming experience. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of players feeling rewarded for their time and investment in the game.

### Discussing the Power and Challenges of a Specific Gaming Build
The Hur-based gaming build is highly effective for mapping due to its powerful ascendency, providing significant damage and clear speed. However, the build's reliance on standing still for maximum damage output makes it less effective for tough endgame content, requiring significant gear and jewel investment. The player's casual and SSF approach to the game influences their build's performance, especially in the early stages of a new league.

### Critique of Arcane Righteous Fire Devotion
The Arcane Righteous Fire Devotion build is criticized for capping damage and being expensive to scale, leading to a lack of flexibility. The build's design is seen as problematic, with a suggestion to have a transfigured version instead of altering the base Righteous Fire. The use of Annihilation's Approach boots is highlighted as a unique and enjoyable aspect of the build, offering tankiness and movement speed. There is a discussion about the pressure to release an RF guide, adding a personal touch to the critique.

### Discussing the Viability of RF Build in Path of Exile
A prominent RF player is willing to switch builds if necessary and is honest about the current state of RF. The challenges of life stacking and the impact of disabling fire trap on RF's damage are discussed. The conversation also covers the diminishing viability of automation for war cries and the history of RF's nerfs due to its past dominance.

### Confusion and Frustration with Path of Exile Game Design
Players are puzzled by the game's focus on nerfing auto walk builds while promoting exploding builds, leading to a lack of build variety. The conversation also touches on the exclusive high-end game content and the frustration of some players with their builds. The discussion then shifts to the potential introduction of a new skill that scales with life regen and the impact of war cries on gameplay.

### Analysis of RF Build and Discussion of the New POE League
The RF build is found to be more effective against certain bosses, requiring additional resistance and the use of specific skills for optimal performance. The conversation also covers the speaker's excitement about the new POE league, except for the controversial Colandra Mirror Tablet mechanic, which they have a personal bias against due to past experiences with it. The speaker expresses concern about discussing certain topics related to the new league in high-tier gameplay.

### Concerns About Delirium and Damage Cap in Path of Exile
Players are worried about facing permanent delirium and being unable to kill mobs due to damage caps, especially with the Wildwood effect. There is a need to generate more damage in the build and find a way to transition into endgame content. The conversation also touches on streaming and the resurgence of RF (Righteous Fire) in Path of Exile.

### A Friendly Chat About Gaming and Community
Two streamers discuss their enjoyment of interacting with their chat and the sense of community in the gaming world, despite occasional challenges. They bond over their top three favorite games, sharing experiences and admitting to some gaming-related toxicity. The conversation touches on their love for classic games and the evolution of gaming over the years.

### Discussing Gaming and Community Drama
Two players reminisce about their past experiences with Hearthstone and Magic: The Gathering, particularly enjoying aggressive playing styles. They also express a desire to reconnect with the gaming community and discuss the tight-knit nature of the Path of Exile community. The conversation shifts to lighthearted complaints about the lack of drama in the community and ends with a discussion about the passion for the "Righteous Fire" skill in the game.

### RF Prince's Thoughts on Path of Exile's Scourge League and the State of Righteous Fire Builds
* 🔥  RF Prince (King Pox) gives his first impressions of the Scourge league, praising the **idle gameplay mechanics** and **non-invasive nature** of the league.
* 🛡️  He discusses the challenges of playing Righteous Fire (RF) in the current meta, highlighting the **nerfs to endgame scaling** and the **reliance on Adorned for damage**.
* 💰  The removal of Defiance of Destiny in Scourge is seen as a **positive change for RF builds**, as it allows for **easier block cap on the tree**.
* 💔  RF Prince expresses disappointment with the lack of **scaling options for RF in Scourge**, particularly with the **removal of Adorned and other damage sources**.
* 💼  He shares his league start gear setup for RF, emphasizing the **limitations of RF scaling** and the need for **expensive gear to achieve decent damage**.
* 😔  Despite the challenges, RF Prince remains optimistic about the **potential for future reworks and improvements** to RF builds.
* 👑  The conversation touches on past disappointments with RF reworks, including the **underwhelming Arcane Righteous Fire Devotion** introduced in a previous league.
* 💭  RF Prince discusses the potential for **alternative ascendancies and gear choices** to improve RF builds, including the use of unique items like **Annihilation's Approach boots**.

### The State of Righteous Fire in Path of Exile
* 🔥  Despite being a classic and iconic skill, Righteous Fire (RF) struggles with **endgame viability** in the current Path of Exile meta.
* 💪  RF's damage scaling is heavily limited, requiring significant investment in **life, energy shield, or mana stacking** to reach **competitive levels**.
* 📉  Recent changes have further nerfed RF, such as **removing its base damage** and **limiting its scaling options**.
* 🛡️  Alternative RF setups, like life stacking, are often impractical due to the sacrifice of **defensive layers and utility skills**.
* 🌐  The global PoE community remains divided on RF's current state, with some advocating for **buffs to match its iconic status**.
* 🧠  Content creators like Pohx express a desire for RF to reach a "**similar ceiling to other builds**," ensuring **meaningful progression and player engagement**.
* 🎮  Despite RF's challenges, the PoE community remains tightly knit, with **content creators collaborating and supporting each other** across various games and platforms.
* 🚀  The upcoming Path of Exile league, "Scourge," brings **excitement and anticipation** to the community, offering **new content** and **potential build opportunities**.

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